City officials in Rehoboth Beach are working to set the record straight about proposed charter modifications after incorrect information began spreading through social media and private messages.
According to a statement from the city, false claims have been circulating suggesting that property taxes will increase under the proposed charter changes. Officials emphasize this information is completely inaccurate.
The actual proposal would modify how the tax ceiling is calculated, switching from a set dollar figure to a percentage based on property values, without raising current tax rates. City leaders explain this adjustment is designed to ensure that future hotels and commercial developments pay appropriate amounts for municipal services like police protection as their property assessments increase over time.
The statement makes clear that no tax hikes are included in the current budget plans. However, city officials indicated they will present the complete legislative text for the charter revisions during their April 9th meeting agenda.
The clarification comes as Rehoboth Beach anticipates continued growth and development in the coming years.
